The Burr House is a historical site in Richmond Hill, Ontario Canada. Built in the 1820's, the Burr House is the oldest building still occupying its original site.
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Guild Hall and Burr House |
Guild Hall was later moved to the Burr House site by the Town of
Richmond Hill. Both buildings are currently in use. Guild Hall is the
Home of the Burr House Spinners and Weavers (upstairs) while the Hill
Potters' Guild occupy the downstairs.
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front door Burr House |
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official heritage plaque |
The Burr House Gallery and Tearoom
is operated by the volunteers of the two guilds. It is a not for profit
and exists to promote the work of local artists and artisans and guild
members. All monies raised return to the guilds to support their
community outreach and guild projects.
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back of the Burr House |
The Burr House
Print Exchange and Exhibition/Sale is a fundraiser for the guilds. All
monies raised help support the guilds with their community work whole
providing a venue for all levels of traditional printmakers to show
their work to the community.
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roadside sign |
On behalf of the two guilds, I thank everyone for
their participation and generosity in donating a print for our
fundraising efforts and hope you take delight in what prints wend their
way back to you.
-Katie Argyle
gallery coordinator
Burr House Gallery.
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Guild Hall- home of the Hill Potter and Burr House Spinners and Weavers |
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